Summer 2026 | P&C Co-op Student

Mission   

As a Protection and Control (P&C) CO-OP you will be able to participate in the design of high-level diagrams the development of the protection philosophy and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a multidisciplinary environment and develop skills by collaborating with experienced professionals particularly on substation hydroelectric power stations and renewable energy projects with numerous clients across Canada. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Design Control and Protection systems with 2D software (AutoCAD) 

• Prepare project deliverables including detail drawings electrical diagrams layouts equipment sizing etc. 

• Collaborate with members of the engineering team as well as project managers from other disciplines 

• Prepare plans drawings and calculations based on specifications provided 

• Participate in the development of electrical Command and Protection systems including single-line diagrams logic diagrams three-line AC diagrams protection and c.c. control diagrams wiring drawings device connection drawings assembly plans material lists and quotes for the manufacturing and installation on site of Control and Protection panels 

• Participate in the development of AC and DC power systems including single-line diagrams AC & DC load calculations AC & DC distribution diagrams connection drawings of chargers batteries inverter etc. 

• Participate in site surveys (stations and power stations) 

• Coordinate with engineering disciplines: equipment civil mechanical and building in order to develop design solutions for optimized and advanced substation and power plant systems 

• Possibility of carrying out site work sporadically when the opportunity arises (start-up or monitoring) 

Qualifications :

Profile 

• Registered in Electrical engineering 

• Knowledge of protection and control principles and philosophies is an asset 

• Work experience in the design of electrical systems is an asset 

• Experience in detailed P&C design with major and/or local utilities in Canada an asset 

• Experience using AutoCAD software is an asset 

• Basic knowledge of the office suite (Outlook Word Excel) 

• Autonomous resourceful and enjoys teamwork 

 
The salary for this position ranges from $24.65 to $31.05 per hour depending on your academic profile the number of credits earned and your previous co-op or internship experience. The final offer and salary may be adjusted based on your unique profile. 
 
Please note that our co-op internship and student job opportunities are offered to individuals that are presently enrolled in a program at an educational institution. To be admissible for an internship your work experience must meet the requirements from your study program and must be recognized by your educational institution. If you have completed your studies or will graduate by the start date we invite you to consult our employment opportunities on our career page.   

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA and we are looking for people who uphold these principles. We are committed to creating opportunities for all our talents to contribute to the firms success develop and grow regardless of cultural or other differences. We fully endorse employment equity principles and encourage women visible minorities indigenous peoples and individuals with disabilities to apply for any position offered at CIMA. Adaptation measures are provided upon request to facilitate participation in the recruitment process.   

Additional Information :

At CIMA we recognize the richness and diversity of each individuals experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidates experience skills and qualifications while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidates profile.

CIMA uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However this score is not used to screen assess or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression socio-economic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenous people people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time